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Ube Buchi

Irresistible Ube Buchi: Your Easy Gluten-Free Treat

Ube Buchi is an enchanting gluten-free treat with a crispy exterior and chewy center, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Filipino
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 cups Glutinous Rice Flour gluten-free
  • 1 cup Sugar
  • 1 cup Ube Halaya or Powder for color and sweetness
  • 1 cup Water to bind the dough
For Coating & Frying
  • 1 cup Sesame Seeds for coating
  • 3 cups Cooking Oil for frying
For Toppings (Optional)
  • to taste Powdered Sugar for drizzling
  • to taste Sweetened Condensed Milk for drizzling

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Deep Frying Pan
  • slotted spoon
  • Thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Ube Buchi
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine glutinous rice flour, sugar, and ube halaya or powder. Gradually pour in water while mixing until the dough becomes non-sticky and pliable. Knead the dough on a clean surface for about 5 minutes, until it's smooth and elastic.
  2. Divide the dough into equal portions and flatten each piece in your palm. Place a small spoonful of your chosen filling at the center. Fold the dough over the filling and seal it tightly. Roll them gently to form round balls.
  3. Spread sesame seeds on a plate and roll each filled dough ball in the seeds, coating it evenly.
  4. In a deep frying pan, pour oil to submerge Ube Buchi partially and heat the oil to 350°F (175°C).
  5. Carefully drop the coated dough balls into the hot oil, frying in small batches for about 4 to 6 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Once golden, remove the Ube Buchi from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.
  7. For an added touch of sweetness, drizzle powdered sugar or condensed milk over the Ube Buchi just before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 20mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Make sure to avoid overcrowding the frying pan to maintain oil temperature and ensure even cooking.

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